Scotchman AL150-HS User manual

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MODEL
AL150-HS
HIGH SPEED
PIPE NOTCHER
GRINDER
VERSION 1 - JULY 2019
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MODEL AL150-HS
HIGH SPEED PIPE NOTCHER GRINDER

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TUBE & PIPE GRINDER NOTCHERS
The AL150-HS is ideal for grinding &
notching stainless steel and aluminum,
producing a gap-free fit ready for welding.
With the AL150-HS you are able to grind 3x
faster than the AL150 due to the higher
grinding belt speed of 4,300 RPM . Also, your
grinding belt will see a 3 times longer life than
other grinders when grinding at this High
Speed. This machine will grind steel, stainless
steel, aluminum, inconel and plastics. It is
equipped with a high speed parts grinder that
can be used for more than just your typical
deburring.
Thank You for your purchase of Scotchman
products - We appreciate your business!!

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION 6
2.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 6
3.0 MACHINE DECALS 9
4.0 INSTALLATION AND SET UP
9
MACHINE START-UP5.0
22
30
NOTCHING CAPACITIES
4.2
7.0
6.0
22
MACHINE OPERATIONS
4.1
SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE #
10
2.1 Warranty 7
12
Warning Symbols
Assembling Machine & Moving
10
4.3
4.4
16
4.5 Wiring Diagrams
15
18
15
5.1 Machine Controls & Adjustments
22
22
6.2 Drive for the Grinding Belt
23
6.3 Securing a Tubing Section
24
6.4 Angle Adjustment
25
6.1 Starting and Stopping Belt
22
6.5 Depth Stop
25
6.6 Length Stop
29
7.1 Angled Notching Capacity
20
Physical Dimensions
3.1
Electrical Requirements
Machine Identification
6.7 Notching the Tubing
6.8 Deburring
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31
8.3
Setting Belt Tension
33
8.1 Belt Tension 31
8.2 Notcher Roller Support 32
CHANGING ROLLERS AND BELT8.0
40
8.5
Adjustment Of Grinding Roller
36
8.4
Setting The Belt Tracking
35
37
38
38
40
41
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
9.0
9.1 Roller Holder
AVAILABLE ROLLERS10.0
45
AVAILABLE GRINDING BELTS11.0
AL 150-HS PARTS LIST12.0
AL 150-HS Exploded Views
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Changing The Roller
8.6
12.1
49
OPTIONAL BACK GAUGE
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Tube & Pipe Notch Grinders
Scotchman Tube & Pipe Grinder/Notchers are strong, accurate machines. The AL150-HS operates at a
higher speed than our other grinders and grinds a notch much faster. Stainless-steel sections and pipes
can be machined problem free, at high speed without grinding burrs or heat discoloration. The
grinding rollers can be changed without tools in just seconds, saving time and money! The grinding
belt can also be changed easily from one side of the machine. Once the sections and pipes have been
ground, they can be deburred using the high speed parts grinder on the other end of the machine.
The AL150-HS can feed the tube with either a handwheel or a lever. The pipe grinder/notchers offer
trouble-free, accurate, quick and efficient machining of tubes and pipes for many years; and are
backed by a 3-year warranty.
FEATURES:
Fast, strong and accurate
Ideally suited for grinding stainless quickly
Fitted with grinding rollers that can be changed in seconds
Equipped with a high speed parts grinder
Tool Free Belt and Mandrel Change Over
Grinds tube and pipe at every angle between 30 degrees and 90 degrees
3-Year Warranty
2.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. The operators of this machine must be qualified and well trained in the operation of the machine.
The operators must be aware of the capacities of the machine and the proper use of the holding
device and the guards provided with the machine. This manual is not intended to teach untrained
personnel how to operate machinery.
2. All of the guards, and awareness barriers must be installed on the machine and kept in good
working order. Promptly replace worn or damaged parts with the correct authorized parts.
3. Never place any part of your body into any of the machine’s moving parts or hold devices.
4. Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. This machine grinds metal and creates
abrasive and metallic particles so Safety Glasses are required at all times!! Whether operating,
setting up or observing this machine in operation, Safety Glasses are a requirement.
5. Since pieces of metal with sharp edges are processed on this machine, the operator should also
wear steel-toed shoes and leather gloves.
6. Strictly comply with all warning labels and decals on the machine. Never remove any of the labels
and replace worn or damaged labels promptly.
7. Always disconnect and lock out the power when performing maintenance work or repairs on this
machine.
8. Replace sanding belt when needed. Never operate this machine with a sanding belt that is worn out.
The excessive pressure required to notch a tube with a worn out sanding belt can damage roller and
cut the sanding belt.
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8. Practice good housekeeping. Keep the area around the machine clear and well lit. Do not obstruct
the operator’s position by placing anything around the machine that would impede the operator’s
access to the machine.
9. Never modify this machine in any way without the written permission of the manufacturer.
10. Never leave this machine running unattended.
11. Never operate any of the work stations from a sitting or kneeling position.
12. Always be aware of what others around you are doing at all times.
13. Set up a program of routine inspections and maintenance for this machine. Make all repairs and
adjustments in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
2.1 WARRANTY
Scotchman Industries, Inc. will, within three (3) years of the date of purchase, replace F.O.B. the factory
or refund the purchase price for any goods which are defective in materials or workmanship, provided
the buyer returns the warranty registration card within thirty (30) days of the purchase date and, at the
seller’s option, returns the defective goods freight and delivery prepaid to the seller, which shall be the
buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy for defective goods.
Hydraulic and electrical components are subject to their respective manufacturer’s warranties.
This warranty does not apply to machines and/or components which have been altered, changed or
modified in any way or subjected to abuse and abnormal use, inadequate maintenance and lubrication
or subjected to use beyond the seller’s recommended capacities and specifications.
In no event shall the seller be liable for labor cost expended on such goods or consequential damages.
The seller shall not be liable to the purchaser or any other person for loss or damage directly or
indirectly arising from the use of the goods or from any other cause. No officer, employee or agent of the
seller is authorized to make any oral representations or warranty of fitness or to waive any of the
foregoing terms of sale and none shall be binding on the seller.
Any electrical changes made to the standard machine due to local electrical code variation must be paid
by purchaser. As we constantly strive to improve our products, we reserve the right to make changes
without notification.
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ALMIby

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FIGURE 1
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FIGURE 1
1
Qty Part # Description
2 A050.00024 Safety Sticker 8 x 8 cm
2 1 A050.00025 Sticker side flap 13x5 cm
3 1 A050.00045 Instruction sticker AL150HS
4 1 N/A Triangle Pinch Point Sticker
Item
3.0 MACHINE DECALS
2
4
3
1
"CE" Identification on Other Side
ALMI Motor
Type AL 150 HS Volt 230
Hz. 60
l/min 4300
Weight 2752019
Sr.No.

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3.1 WARNING SYMBOLS
PICTOGRAM 1:
READ OWNERS MANUAL FIRST!!
PICTOGRAM 2:
USE OF EYE PROTECTION REQUIRED!!
PICTOGRAM 3:
USE OF HEARING PROTECTION REQUIRED!!
PICTOGRAM 4:
KEEP LID CLAP CLOSED
WHILE BELT IS IN MOTION!!
BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE
Strictly comply with all warning labels and decals on the machine. Never
remove any of the labels and replace worn or damaged labels promptly!!

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4.0 INSTALLATION AND SET UP
CAUTION: THIS SECTION (4.0 to 5.0) DISCUSSES INSTALLATION AND SET-UP
PROCEDURES. PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
►
4.1 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS SEE FIGURE 2 ► ◄
1Machine Height 50 127
253 134.6
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
31 78.7
34-1/2 87.6
22-3/4 57.8
Length
11 27.9
Width
Front from Base
695 LBS. 315 KG.
19-1/4 48.9
INCHES CM DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Base Length
19-1/4 48.9
Base Width
Base Height
Weight
Rear from Base

6
23
5
78
FIGURE 2
4
1
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4.2 ASSEMBLING MACHINE & MOVING
ASSEMBLING OVERVIEW
This grinder/notcher machine is shipped unassembled in a wooden crate.
There are basically three (3) main parts. See FIGURE 3 on the next page.
FOOT PLATE: This is a 1 inch thick by 19-1/2 inch square metal plate that sits on the floor.
SUPPORT PILLAR: This is the rectangular "box" that mounts to the Base with 4 bolts and washers.
GRINDER: This is the main part of the machine. It mounts on top of the Column with
four (4) bolts and washers.
NOTE: SEE FIGURE 3 ON THE NEXT PAGE
ASSEMBLY & MOVING MACHINE
• Remove loose components from the packaging. Inside the support pillar you will find a box with any
ordered grinding belts and grinding rollers, the grinding waste containers, the handle, and the
attachment hardware.
• Remove the attachment bolts with which the universal pipe notcher is attached to the bottom
plate of the packaging.
• Remove the wood screws with which the support pillar and foot plate are attached to the crate.
• Remove the support pillar from the packaging and bolt to foot with (4) bolts and washers.
• Remove the machine from the packaging. This part of the machine weighs approximately
225 kg (500 lbs) and keep in mind the "motor end" is the heaviest.
USING EXTREME CARE & THE PROPER LIFTING EQUIPMENT
Set it on top of the pillar as shown in FIGURE 3.
• Open the side cover of the machine and attach the machine to the support pillar using (4) M12 hex bolts
and nuts and (8) washers.
• Slide the grinding waste containers under the machine - One in front and the other in back.
NOTE: Two (2) round aluminum hand-wheels need to be installed. FIGURE 4
However, an in-feed lever that can be mounted under the cross support is supplied with
this machine. The lever is used to feed the pipe into the belt for notching. The larger feed
handwheel and spindle must be removed for it to work. It is used in conjunction with
the handwheel that moves the pipe side to side.

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FIGURE 3
MACHINE IS TOP HEAVY!!
Use The Proper Lifting Equipment
& Use Extreme Caution when moving
Assembling Foot Plate, Pillar, Grinder and Waste Container
GRINDER
PILLAR
FOOT
WASTE
CONTAINER
WASTE
CONTAINER
4 BOLTS
NUTS &
WASHERS
4 BOLTS &
WASHERS

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Installing The HandWheels
FIGURE 4
SMALL
ALUMINUM
HAND-WHEEL
(side)
LARGE
ALUMINUM
HAND-WHEEL
(front)
Installing The Feed Lever
Short Bolt
Short Bushing
Long Bolt
Long Bushing
This view is looking up
at the front underside
of the machine.
The larger (front)
Feed Handwheel
and Spindle must be
removed (as shown)
to use Feed Lever.
Feed Lever
Below view is looking up at the front underside of the machine

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These machines have a white "CE" Decal on them that Identifies the machine and has other
important information such as machine Voltage, Hz, RPM, Weight & Year of Manufacture.
This Decal is located on the black cover on the motor side of the machine, under the START &
STOP buttons. You will need this information for ordering parts or service for the machine.
An example of what the CE Decal looks like below:
4.3 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
CAUTION: TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR AND DANGER TO THE OPERATOR,
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.
The AL150 HS is available 240V and 440V Three Phase. Single Phase is NOT available. To ensure
satisfactory machine performance, the supply voltage should be +/- 10% of the motor voltage rating.
Check the motor data tag for full load current requirements. The electrical diagram for the motor is
inside the cover of the motor box.
For electrical supply lines ten feet (3 m) or shorter, we recommend at least 12 and preferably, 10 gauge
wire. For longer supply lines, use at least 10 gauge and preferably, 8 gauge. We do not recommend
supply lines longer than twenty five feet (7.5 m).
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
Motor: CANTONI 3SIEK112M12
MOTOR VOLTAGE FULL LOAD AMPS
230 13.0 Amps
460 7.5 Amps
230 (Single phase) Not Available
Motor power rating: Approx. 4.75hp Motor rpm: 3500
Grinding Belt Pulley rpm: 4300
KVA power rating: 4.6 KVA at 60 Hz
Starting Current: 210% Full Load
4.4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Additionally, the machine Serial Number is
located on top of the tube clamp on the left side.
FIGURE 5
ALMI Motor
Type AL 150 HS Volt 230
Hz. 60
l/min 4300
Weight 2752019
Sr.No.

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4.5 WIRING DIAGRAMS
The wiring diagram for the AL 150 HS is on the next page - See FIGURE 6A.
The wiring and electrical components are located on the motor side of the machine. To access the
electrical components, a cover needs to be removed (shown below).
The metal cover is mounted to the machine with six (6) bolts - Four (4) on the motor side and two
(2) on the deburring end of the machine. It fits around where the motor mounts.
ELECTRICAL
COVER
4
COVER
BOLTS
2
COVER
BOLTS
FIGURE 6

230V 460V
Brown
Black
Blue
Brown
Black
Blue
* Follow Instruction
Sheet In Motor Box
If Provided
Brown
TO MOTOR*
SET OVERLOAD TO
FLA SHOWN ON
MOTOR PLATE
4
3
NONC
13 A 1NO
14 A 2NO
XTCE012B10
230V50/60Hz
1 L1 3 L2 5 L3
2 T1 4 T2 6 T3
13 A 1NO
14 A 2NO
XTCE012B10
230V50/60Hz
1 L1 3 L2 5 L3
2 T1 4 T2 6 T3
INCOMING
LINE POWER
4
3
NO
4
3
NO
2
1
NC
BNBK
BUBKWH
4.0
96
95 98 97
N.C. N.O.
20
8.0
12
16
RESET TEST
TRIP
10
10A
20
30
TRIP STATUS
TRIP
CLASS
A RESET OFF - PHASE
M
ON
ZEB
XTOE
EATON
2 T1 4 T2 6 T3
2
1
EMER.
STOP
START
BUTTON
COVER
SWITCH
ALMI 150 HS
WIRING DIAGRAM
FIGURE 6A
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This machine is equipped with (3) switches. The START and STOP buttons are located on the top
of the machine. The 3rd switch is activated by opening or closing the hinged cover on the
deburring end of the machine.
REFER TO FIGURE 7 BELOW ON THE NEXT PAGE
To start, push the Green START Button to start the machine. Push the Red EMERGENCY STOP
button to stop the machine.
NOTE: The AL 150 HS is a bit unique as it is designed to reverse directions (rotation).
After a pipe has been notched, in order to deburr it on the other end of the machine, the grinding
belt must change directions.
REFER TO FIGURE 8 ON THE NEXT PAGE
A switch is mounted on the deburring end (back end) of the machine that is activated by opening
or closing the hinged clap cover.
It is OK to open or close this cover while the machine is running - This will cause the belt to come
to a stop. The green START button must be pushed again and the machine will restart.
CAUTION: Make sure the belt comes to a COMPLETE STOP before pushing the START button!
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE
5.0 MACHINE START-UP
FIGURE 7
OFF BUTTON
ON BUTTON

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COVER
SWITCH
PLUNGER
COVER
SWITCH
PUSHER
HINGED
COVER
FIGURE 8
REAR COVER & SWITCH

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MODEL - AL150-HS
REFER TO FIGURE 9
1. Allen key, 8mm, with handle; for securing rotatable tubing clamp, for securing
standard stopper, and for adjustment of grinding belt.
2. Allen bolts for opening and closing side cover. Use key with handle (1).
3. Allen bolt to adjust belt tracking. Use key with handle (1).
4. Hand Wheel for adjusting tubing clamp into and away from grinding roller.
5. Hand Wheel for adjusting tubing clamp side to side to grinding roller.
6. Handle for clamping work-piece in tubing clamp.
7. Allen bolt for securing rotatable clamp. There is another bolt (not shown) in the center of the
clamp that also must be loosened & tightened to adjust the clamp. Use key with handle (1).
8. Grinding Roller Support - Held in place by (2) wing-nuts.
9. Hand Wheel used to adjust Grinding belt tension.
5.1 MACHINE CONTROLS & ADJUSTMENTS